The latest addition to its highly acclaimed Exceptional Cask Series has launched: ROYAL BRACKLA® EXCEPTIONAL CASK 24 YEARS OLD OLOROSO SHERRY FINISH. This exquisite Highland single malt embodies the meticulous craftsmanship and innovation for which ROYAL BRACKLA® is celebrated.
Initially launched at Lotte Duty Free stores in Singapore Changi Airport in late 2024, this rare cask-strength release is now available in Avolta’s World Duty Free stores at UK airports and duty-free outlets across South Korea. With a strictly limited run of only 396 bottles, this collectable whisky is expected to generate significant demand among connoisseurs and collectors.
ROYAL BRACKLA EXCEPTIONAL CASK 24 YEARS OLD® was distilled in October 1999 and spent its early years in a refill hogshead cask. In 2014, it was transferred to an Oloroso sherry cask, enhancing the whisky’s distinctive character. The result is a complex, multi-layered whisky, where the warmth of Oloroso spice evolves into luscious notes of soft caramel and ripe cherries, all while preserving the signature elegance of ROYAL BRACKLA.
“We are driven to create extraordinary experiences for travelling whisky enthusiasts, and the Exceptional Cask Series represents the pinnacle of that commitment,” said Darragh Ryan, Marketing Director at Bacardi Global Travel Retail. “The ROYAL BRACKLA EXCEPTIONAL CASK 24-YEAR-OLD is a stunning example of how tradition and innovation can combine to create a truly unforgettable whisky. Its journey through time and cask tells a story that is as rich and complex as the liquid itself.”
ROYAL BRACKLA holds a unique place in the history of Scotch whisky. Known as Scotland’s original “King’s Own Whisky,” it owes its royal title to the audacious Captain William Fraser, who founded the Brackla distillery in 1817. Captain Fraser’s relentless pursuit of quality earned ROYAL BRACKLA the first-ever Royal Warrant in Scotch whisky history, granted by King William IV in 1835.
Despite Fraser’s colourful reputation, his whisky’s excellence was undisputed. Over the years, ROYAL BRACKLA evolved from being a key contributor to blended Scotch whiskies to standing out as an exceptional single malt. Today, the reputation of ROYAL BRACKLA continues to grow as a cornerstone of the Exceptional Cask Series, offering discerning whisky lovers unparalleled quality and character.
Tasting Notes: Warm Oloroso sherry spice leads to velvety caramel and succulent ripe cherries, balancing complexity with a smooth finish. ABV: 51.8%
